Decluttering Tips and Support Weekly Newsletter Vol. 48

Dear Reader,

One minute, your kids are enjoying the new-fallen snow on a sled.

The next minute, this.

Between Andrew's broken arm and 4 snow days in a row, I've never been more grateful that my house is decluttered and the basic systems I swear by (laundry, dishes, etc.) stayed in place.

If you want to kick your clutter to the curb in 2025 - despite what else comes your way - I'm here to help! Let's work together virtually or in-person to start the year off right.

On the Podcast

Yesterday I shared my TRANSFORM system for decluttering your home. This is the exact method I use with my clients! Let's dive in:

Trash - once you pick the room/area of your home where you want to start, do a sweep and grab all obvious trash.

Relocation bins - inevitably you'll find things that don't belong in the space you're in. Grab a few bins, collect the items by floor/room but wait until you're done in that area before you put anything back. Otherwise you'll get distracted.

Anything easy to declutter - this is the "low-hanging fruit" of decluttering - things you know you want to donate. Clothing or shoes your kids have grown out of, books you no longer read, anything you know would bless others and you don't have an emotional attachment to. Put them in bags with the recipient's name on it and then put it in your car.

Name what matters in this season - now that the easy decisions are done, ask yourself what your vision is for the space you're tackling. How do you want it to feel, function, and flow? What activities do you want to do there, and how can you prioritize decluttering based upon those priorities?
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​Sort like items with like by category - perhaps you have books in your nightstand, in a pile on the floor, and in the closet. Gather everything by category and sort accordingly, so you know how much volume you have.

Fill your designated boundary starting with "loves" and "likes" - pick a boundary such as a shelf, drawer, container, bin, etc. and start filling with what you use and love the most, and then what you like.

Out-of-sight, out-of-mind bins for "maybes" - if you get to anything you're not sure about and aren't willing to let go of (yet) then use the famous out-of-sight, out-of-mind bin. Just make sure you set a deadline on your phone to review it!

Reflect on what no longer serves you and release the excess - now you're getting to the "tough stuff" where we have to ask ourselves some important questions to know why we're holding on. Once we break through these mindset blocks, it's easier to let go!

Maintain the space with tidying habits - now that you have a decluttered space, use daily or weekly tidying habits to keep it maintained!

Things I'm Loving Right Now

✨ The decluttering mindset playlist I've been working on (with more to follow) to help you break free or clutter!

✨ Speaking to moms groups in-person and virtually. Are you part of a moms' group or PTO group that would benefit from decluttering and simplifying guidance? Reply to this e-mail and let me know!

✨ Starting the new year off right with Sydney Cummings' strength and cardio workouts. I've been doing them since 2020 but have a renewed commitment to getting stronger this year!

What are some things you're loving right now? Hit reply and let me know.

The Chaos to Calm Summit Starts Next Week!

I am thrilled to be one of the 37 speakers in the FREE Chaos to Calm Summit, including friends (and former podcast guests) Alicia Cohen, Amy Slenker-Smith, Sarah Horgan, Stephanie O'Dea, and hostess Deanna Yates.

This 5-day event designed to help moms like us take back control of our homes and lives in the new year - creating lasting peace in your space and your schedule with practical tools, expert advice, and a fresh perspective.

Here’s what you can expect from the Chaos to Calm Summit:

📅 Dates: January 13th - 17th, 2025

🎤 Expert Speakers: Daily sessions packed with actionable tips on time management, decluttering, and organizing your life in alignment with what matters most to YOU. My topic is: 5 Questions to Get You Unstuck on Your Decluttering Journey.

🤝 Community Support: Join a pop-up Facebook group to connect with other amazing moms, ask questions, win prizes, and cheer each other on!

🎁 Exclusive Resources: Get access to the Clam and Clarity Kit—a bundle of bonus resources designed to amplify your results (available at a special price for the summit).

And the best part? The summit is completely FREE to attend.

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​👉 Click here to grab your FREE ticket and learn more about the Chaos to Calm Summit.

On the journey with you,

Emily

P.S. Skipped to the end? No problem! This week I shared my TRANSFORM method for decluttering your home!

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